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Job Description
Scheduled Hours 37.5 Position Summary The primary purpose of this position is to work closely with the Manager Compliance & Awarding to support direct daily management and oversight of compliance and awarding activities within Student Financial Services. This position serves as one of the primary federal and state financial aid regulatory resources and provides guidance and support to the office in the areas of regulatory compliance.
Acts as a resource for compliance-related questions and student awarding inquiries. Oversees federal grant program disbursements to ensure compliance with Department of Education guidelines. Tracks and monitors federal disbursements to ensure accuracy and timely submission to the Department of Education's COD system. Provides training and support in compliance-related activities to Student Financial Services staff and external campus partners. Provides additional support to the Manager of Compliance and Awarding to ensure proper controls are in place for managing compliance activities. Engages in consistent and ongoing interactions with students regarding awards and applications, and with governmental agencies regarding compliance issues. Maintains and updates documentation on compliance policies and procedures as necessary.
Working Conditions:
Job Location/Working Conditions Work conducted in an open-office environment, including computer work, answering telephone calls, and responding to emails. Physical Effort Limited travel anticipated for off-campus/out-of-town training and conferences. Equipment Office equipment. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified. Management reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time.
Required Qualifications Education:
Bachelor's degree
Certifications/Professional Licenses:
No specific certification/professional license is required for this position.
Work Experience:
Relevant Experience (3 Years)
Skills:
Not Applicable Driver's License:
A driver's license is not required for this position.
More About This Job Preferred Qualifications:
Experience in a full-service Financial Aid Office. Experience with PowerFAIDS. Active involvement in state, regional, or national financial aid organizations (MASFAP, MASFAA, NASFAA, etc). NASFAA Credentials. Thorough understanding of regulations surrounding federal and state student financial aid programs. Experience in leading process improvements through continuous review and auditing of processes. Thorough functional use of PowerFAIDS, SIS, Workday, and other related systems. Ability to work well with internal and external partners.
Preferred Qualifications Education:
No additional education unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.
Certifications/Professional Licenses:
No additional certification/professional licenses unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.
Work Experience:
No additional work experience unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.
Skills:
Analytical Thinking, Confidential Data Handling, Deadline Management, Detail-Oriented, Mathematics, Multitasking, Oral Communications, Organizing, Partnership Management, Professional Etiquette, Service Oriented, Time Management, Working Independently, Written Communication Grade G10 Salary Range $49,700.00 - $82,100.00 / Annually The salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget. Questions For frequently asked questions about the application process, please refer to our External Applicant FAQ. Accommodation If you are unable to use our online application system and would like an accommodation, please email CandidateQuestions@wustl.edu or call the dedicated accommodation inquiry number at 314-935-1149 and leave a voicemail with the nature of your request. All qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship. Pre-Employment Screening All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, physical examination, certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening. Benefits Statement Personal Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time. Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance. Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees. WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%. Wellness Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more! Family We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs. Need adult care? We've got you covered. WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us. For policies, detailed benefits, and eligibility, please visit: https://hr.wustl.edu/benefits/ EEO Statement Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity. It is the University's policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, citizenship (where prohibited by federal law), age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.
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